The most iconic messenger bag in the galaxy?

Raaawwwrr!  What else would everyone's favorite loyal Wookiee co-pilot use to carry his gadgets (and maybe snacks) besides the Star Wars Chewbacca Messenger Bag?  Originating as a Comic Con exclusive item, this bag has been (somewhat) faithfully reproduced by ThinkGeek, with the main portion of the bag made from brown, (perhaps not Chewie-approved) vegan-friendly, imitation leather and a shoulder strap made from tough seat belt material (though the ammunition cartridges are painted on).  It also features a fabric-lined interior with organization features that will even accommodate a small laptop or tablet, hidden magnet closure top flap, b

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Nokia's HERE Auto Revealed To Be In-Dash Navigation System

Less than 24 hours ago, Nokia teased the tech world by publishing a blog post saying Nokia HERE would be made available in vehicles. After being unable to sleep due to the upcoming announcement, we're sure you'll be happy to hear Nokia kept to their promise and has announced HERE Auto. HERE Auto is an embedded in-dash navigation system that uses the combination of a companion application, called HERE Auto Companion app, and a cloud service. Once you equip your vehicle with HERE Auto, you'll be able to receive voice navigation while you zip around town, with an option of using a data connection or being completely offline.

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McDonald's Happy Table Turns Your Smartphone Into Digital Playgrounds

For years now, McDonald's has thrown in a toy either promoting the release of a new film, cartoon series or just for the heck of it in their Happy Meals. Children and some adults have enjoyed playing with these toys for years, but they may be getting a huge upgrade if its latest experiment, called the Happy Table, actually makes it into McDonald's restaurants. The Happy Table requires the child, or adult, to have a smartphone that supports NFC capabilities along with a free application which will turn the device into a car driven by one of the fast-food chain's famous mascots.

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Halo Xbox One Story Details Leaked On Microsoft Store

Prior to the announcement of the Xbox One, gamers knew a new title was already in the works for the next-generation console which would allow us to play as Master Chief as he battles whoever is the current risk to the galaxy. We knew there'd be a new Halo, but for those of us who actually care more about its story over its multiplayer, we didn't exactly know what the game would be about. Thankfully, Microsoft has finally accidentally shed a little bit of light on where the next Halo will take us.

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Unitcom Lesance NB 13NB7000-i7-SRB 13.3-Inch Notebook

Unitcom is proud to bring you their latest 13.3-inch notebook, the Lesance NB 13NB7000-i7-SRB. The system sports a 13.3-inch 1920 x 1080 Full HD display, a 2.70GHz Intel Core i7-4800MQ processor, an Intel HM87 Express Chipset, a GeForce GTX 765M 2GB graphics card, a 16GB DDR3 RAM, a 256GB SSD (Plextor M5M Series), a 1TB hard drive, a webcam, a card reader, WiFi and runs on Windows 8 64-bit OS. The Lesance NB 13NB7000-i7-SRB is available now for 179,980 Yen (about $1,839).

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Autocar pits McLaren MP4-12C against turbo Toyota GT86

The Toyota GT86, in all of its forms, is one of the best-handling cars money can buy, a trait that can put a smile on the faces of all but the most jaded car enthusiasts. But if good handling isn't what they're looking for, then what is. Our first guess would have to be more power, something the 200-horsepower Toyota would benefit from. Autocar tries out that theory by driving two turbocharged GT86s on track, then pitting the more powerful one against the 616-hp McLaren MP4-12C in a track battle.
The first GT86 turbo Autocar's Steve Sutcliffe drives makes around 255 rear-wheel horsepower and a bucket-load more torque than the stock car.

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Screenshots from Samsung Galaxy Gear's "Gear Manager" companion app leaked

We already know the Samsung Galaxy Gear is set to be unveiled during Samsung's IFA event in Berlin. Other than confirmation from a Samsung exec, little other info is known about Samsung's smartwatch. For those interested in Samsung's upcoming wearable computing device, leak-ninja @evleaks has just revealed a few screenshots from the upcoming device's companion app, dubbed “Gear Manager”. This is likely the place you'll load up the Gear with Samsung apps, and you can see brief instructions on how to pair the device with your Galaxy device via NFC.

Android Phone , Screenshots from Samsung Galaxy Gear's "Gear Manager" companion app leaked, Screenshots from Samsung Galaxy Gear's "Gear Manager" companion app leaked

LG 4K TV Prices Slashed

Many companies unveiled their 4K TVs earlier this year at the Consumer Electronics Show. However, 4K TVs haven't gained much traction. Its not because the products are bad or the technology is not up to the market, its actually the complete opposite of that. The problem is that these TVs come with price tags that run into thousands of dollars, not everyone can afford to spend that much on a television. We reported a couple of days ago that both Sony and Samsung have cut prices on their 4K TVs, today LG has followed suit.

LG confirmed that it is slashing the prices of it's 55 and 65 inch 4K TVs. The new prices go in effect on September 1st.

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Daimler to resume French sales per court ruling

France's highest administrative court said yesterday that authorities must resume registering Daimler vehicles, which were formally banned in late July, Automotive News reports, even though they are still equipped with R134a air-conditioning refrigerant. The refrigerant is illegal in the European Union and is the reason for this legal battle, which has restricted the registration of Mercedes-Benz A-, B-, CLA- and SL-Class vehicles in France.

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Samsung may ditch plastic panels next year in favor of metal ones

The Samsung Galaxy lineup has taken the smartphone world by storm, but for the past two years the Koreans have been subjected to heavy criticism over their preference of plastic panels. If latest rumors are to be believed, though, this might change next year. According to the latest reports coming from Samsung's homeland, the manufacturer is planning on changing the Galaxies design and switch from plastic to metal. There were some earlier rumors about Samsung showing interest in carbon fiber too.

The most likely candidates to replace the plastic are aluminum and magnesium.

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Samsung said to be using metal for Galaxy S5, but we aren't holding our breath

 . Pictured Above: Samsung Galaxy S4 Active. With the Samsung Galaxy S4 out in full force and the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 looming, it's natural to already be hearing rumors about the Samsung Galaxy S5. The latest comes from ETNews, who suggests Samsung will look to use metal for the next iteration of their flagship Samsung Galaxy S lineup. The source states Samsung is even gearing up to create their own production lines for the new chassis.

With that, we're still not entirely sold that Samsung is ready to move on from plastic.

Android Phone , Samsung said to be using metal for Galaxy S5, but we aren't holding our breath, Samsung said to be using metal for Galaxy S5, but we aren't holding our breath

Ikano's UK Business Adopts Bank Status For Growth

Retail finance and loyalty specialist Ikano Financial Services has become Ikano Bank UK, the UK branch of Sweden’s Ikano Bank. The move has been made in line with Ikano Bank UK’s aim to consolidate its financial entities into the Swedish Banking Structure.

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Minimalist look but not minimal protection from the Bezl for the iPhone 5

There are literally hundreds, if not thousands, of iPhone 5 cases on the market today.  They range from minimalist bumpers to full-blown, hard-core, destruction-proof cases. But what happens when you want something a little different, not a bumper, not a case, something minimalistic with a touch of style. The Bezl from Bezldesign may be the ultimate in minimalistic design. Basically, the Bezl consist of  four shock-absorbing corner guards designed to protect your iPhone 5 from impacts. The design not only provides protection, but adds functionality without compromising signal strength and the iPhone's usability.

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Mojang Patch Preview Reveals Detailed Smaller Oceans, Smoother Biome Transitions

Mojang's Jens Begensten has recently put up in a new blog update details concerning Minecraft's upcoming 1.7 patch for their hit title. To be more specific, he touched on the changes that were made to Minecraft's world generator that will definitely have an impact on how worlds come together. Basically, the team wanted to take a look at how to improve three key areas – oceans that are too large for their own good, too uneven/random biome placement, and the lack of variation.

Ubergizmo , Mojang Patch Preview Reveals Detailed Smaller Oceans, Smoother Biome Transitions, Mojang Patch Preview Reveals Detailed Smaller Oceans, Smoother Biome Transitions

Scientists Grows A Small Human Brain In A Petri Dish

Just in case there is such a thing as a zombie apocalypse happening sometime in the near future as popular culture has depicted in the movies, on the TV as well as in a comics series, perhaps having fantastic hand-to-hand combat skills, sufficient ammunition and the kind of strategic know-how in winning a battle against zombies and other opportunistic humans, perhaps a different approach might work better – by giving zombies what they want most – brains.

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Viper beat again, this time by less powerful Corvette Stingray

Alright, there's no way the 455-horsepower Chevrolet Corvette Stingray beat the 640-hp SRT Viper, you say. Well, you're partially right. Edmunds ran them down a quarter-mile drag strip and the Viper did it in 11.72 seconds at 124.09 miles per hour to the Stingray's 12.39 seconds at 113.73 mph. The Viper did 0-60 miles per hour in 3.5 seconds compared to the the Corvette's 4.1-second run.

Autoblog , Viper beat again, this time by less powerful Corvette Stingray, Viper beat again, this time by less powerful Corvette Stingray

China Sends It First Rover To The Moon This December

China's state media reports today that the country will send its first ever rover to the moon this December. The government had said a number of times in the past that the launch will take place at the end of this year, as of now the launch appears to be on track. Called the Chang'e-3, it is said that planning and construction of the rover has already been completed and the mission has entered into “launch implementation phase.” This will be China's first ever unmanned probe landing on the moon. It has previously launched the Chang'e-1 and Chang'e-2 unmanned probes into the orbit around the moon.

Ubergizmo , China Sends It First Rover To The Moon This December, China Sends It First Rover To The Moon This December

Meet Floyd Pullin, 102-year-old honorary president of Ford trucks (video)

When we talk about trucks we often talk about how loyal truck owners are; it's men like Floyd Pullin who provide the proof. The 102-year-old man from Confluence, Pennsylvania has only owned Ford products since the 1920s, and he's done so well by Ford Trucks that the division named him honorary president for a day, not long after he took delivery of his latest ride, a 2013 F-150 STX. That's the 16th Ford he's owned. If he bought his first when he was 16, he'd have flipped into a new car or truck about every five years. For 86 years.

Autoblog , Meet Floyd Pullin, 102-year-old honorary president of Ford trucks (video), Meet Floyd Pullin, 102-year-old honorary president of Ford trucks (video)

NY Times Site Hacked

Yesterday, we brought you word that Twitter's domain registration was taken over by the Syrian Electronic Army, and here we are with word that the next alleged victim of the Syrian Electronic Army would be The New York Times – as those who clicked on The New York Times' website ended up with nothing but error messages throughout Tuesday, making this the site's second major disruption in the month of August alone. Within a few minutes of the attack, the New York Times had set in place alternative websites, and also posted up stories concerning the chemical attacks that have appalled the world, which happened in Syria recently.

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The 10 worst Android phones of all time

We always like to talk about the best Android phones and the greener side of the grass, but there's no secret that there's been a few stinkers over the years. While the amount of disappointing Android devices have significantly declined within the past couple of years, there are still one or two coming out each year that make us scratch our heads and let out a huge WTF. With that, we thought it'd be fun to think about what the worst Android phones have been so far. My colleagues and I have had a fun time putting this list together and talking about what awarded each device's spot in this list.










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Peugeot 308 R concept brings French attitude to Frankfurt

Peugeot is getting serious about upping its performance game. After posing the only serious threat to Audi at Le Mans and smashing the record at Pikes Peak, the French automaker brought some of that performance to the road with the debut of the RCZ R at Goodwood earlier this summer, and is now apparently ready to unveil a new hot hatch concept at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show. What we have here is the 308 R Concept, a hot hatch show car that's based on (and will debut alongside) the new 308 hatchback. It's got a dropped suspension, amped-up aero kit, 19-inch wheels, upgraded brakes and a two-tone gloss red and matte black paint job.

Autoblog , Peugeot 308 R concept brings French attitude to Frankfurt, Peugeot 308 R concept brings French attitude to Frankfurt

BlackBerry Rumored To Spin BBM Off Into A Separate Company

. So we know that BBM will be arriving on iOS and Android in the near future, although a specific date has yet to be given. In fact by releasing on iOS and Android, it will effectively end its exclusive streak where the app had remained solely on the BlackBerry platform. Now thanks to a report from the Wall Street Journal, they claim that BlackBerry might be interested in spinning BBM off into a separate company of its own, and that they are moving some of their executives over to the alleged spinoff to help expand what BBM can do.

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Ford S-Max Concept previews new look, technology for Euro seven-seater

Ford unveiled today the S-Max Concept, which comes with a new, sleek look and loaded with innovative technology, such as a heart-rate monitoring seat. But if your heart is set on a minivan sports activity vehicle (SAV) and you live in the States, don't wait for this one – it's a Europe-only product, and we don't expect that to change when the next-gen S-Max is released. The styling follows Ford's global design language, looking a bit like an overgrown Focus hatchback with the company's signature grille, wraparound headlamps, steeply raked windshield and curved roof line.

Autoblog , Ford S-Max Concept previews new look, technology for Euro seven-seater, Ford S-Max Concept previews new look, technology for Euro seven-seater

Kobo Aura Announced, Comes In Black And Pink Shades

I am not quite sure how to say this, but where does one draw the line between a smartphone with a really large screen, or a tablet with a really small display. Just how "elastic" is the band of this new category known as "phablets" can stretch. It really depends on the hardware manufacturer, and according to Kobo, they claim that their 6" Kobo Aura eReader is a tablet, although we have seen some smartphones/phablets that have surpassed that screen size already (the Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 comes into mind). The new 6" Kobo Aura eReader has been described to be "a beautifully designed, front-lit E Ink eReader.".

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Nokia Pro Camera installed on HTC 8X, mostly working

The Nokia Pro Camera app is reserved for the high-end phones of the Lumia line – the 1020, 925, 928 and 920. However, there are ways, unofficial ways, to install the app on other Windows Phone handsets. The Windows Blog Italia demonstrates a way to put the camera app on the HTC Windows Phone 8X. The HTC WP 8X also received the GDR2 update for Windows Phone 8 (on Lumia phones that was part of the Amber update, which also included the Pro Camera and Smart Camera apps). You can follow the guide here.



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EUSATCOM Innovation Awards 2013: Presenting New Ways To Create Satcom Innovations

Venue: EYE Filmmuseum, AmsterdamDate / Time: Sunday, September 16th 2013, 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.AMSTERDAM, NL, 28 August 2013  At the EUSATCOM Innovation Awards in Amsterdam, on September 16th, European satellite professionals come together for what is probably the coolest satellite professional networking event during IBC.

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Samsung exec confirms Galaxy Note 3, Galaxy Gear smart watch appearances at IFA

Executive vice president of Samsung Mobile Lee Young-hee has reportedly confirmed that pair of exciting products we've been hearing Samsung would introduce come September 4th during their IFA press conference. The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 was pretty obvious thanks to the original invitations issued by Samsung, but if you needed any further reassurance that the Samsung Galaxy Gear — an Android-powered smart watch — would be coming, the executive had no problem confirming that, as well.

Android Phone , Samsung exec confirms Galaxy Note 3, Galaxy Gear smart watch appearances at IFA, Samsung exec confirms Galaxy Note 3, Galaxy Gear smart watch appearances at IFA

iWatch Price Between $149-229, Release Expected In Second Half Of 2014

It has been rumored time and again that Apple is working on its very own wearable gadget. The company is expected to release a smartwatch which many currently refer to as the iWatch. The device is believed to be fitness focused, and while there have been rumors that claim it will be released this year, many analysts are of the view that it won't come out until next year. According to a new report from Digitimes, the iWatch will be released in the second half of 2014 and will be priced between $149 to $229.

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Porsche releases new images of LMP1 racecar

Porsche has released another batch of images of its LMP1 competitor preparing for its debut season in 2014. This isn't the first we've seen of the new car, as June saw four images of the new racer undergoing testing. Where those images looked merely like someone taking pics during the test, the 11 new images seen above have all the hallmarks of highly polished PR shots. That aside, the camo-covered cars still provide another look at what the new LMP1 car will look like when it arrives next season.

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Rovio all but confirms upcoming Angry Birds Go! as a kart racer [VIDEO]

Angry Birds developer Rovio took to their blog today to release some new details on their upcoming title, the recently announced, Angry Birds Go. From the looks of it, it appears as if Rovio is planing to bring their iconic birds into the kart racing genre, as suggested in a quirky, behind the scenes video they uploaded to their YouTube channel. With some help from Redbull, the video shows off real-life Angry Birds, launching a cart down a race track to disastrous results.

Android Phone , Rovio all but confirms upcoming Angry Birds Go! as a kart racer [VIDEO], Rovio all but confirms upcoming Angry Birds Go! as a kart racer [VIDEO]

Sony seeds new update for Xperia Z Ultra, brings X-Reality engine

Sony is definitely doing great with the firmware updates lately. The latest one is already heading to the Xperia Z Ultra phablet users around the globe and brings some key improvements. Here is the unofficial changelog that early adopters have managed to compile so far:.
All those features are sure to improve the user experience of early adopters of the phablet quite significantly. In case the update isn't available for you just yet, keep calm - these rollouts are gradual and you might have to wait a few days for it to reach your device.

GSM Arena , Sony seeds new update for Xperia Z Ultra, brings X-Reality engine, Sony seeds new update for Xperia Z Ultra, brings X-Reality engine

Opel reveals updated Insignia OPC sans power boost

We've got good news, friends, and we've got bad news. The good news is that Opel has revealed the new Insignia OPC that we spied recently on the street. The bad news is that it does not have the hike in power we were hoping for. The new Insignia OPC, pictured here in Sports Tourer form, is set to debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in a couple of weeks. Sitting atop the Opel Performance Center lineup, it's got the same 325-horsepower 2.8-liter twin-turbo V6 and Haldex all-wheel-drive system as the model it replaces, but benefits from some minor enhancements.

Autoblog , Opel reveals updated Insignia OPC sans power boost, Opel reveals updated Insignia OPC sans power boost

Verizon announces the waterproof Kyocera Hydro Elite

Verizon has officially confirmed that it's going to launch the Kyocera Hydro Elite, a new smartphone that was first spotted a couple of weeks ago. Like many Kyocera handsets that are usually released by Sprint in the US, Verizon's Hydro Elite is waterproof, and can be immersed in up to one meter of water for 30 minutes.

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Pegasystems showcases commercial banking portfolio and latest solutions at Sibos 2013

Visitors to stand F111 will be able to experience Pega’s commercial banking technology, designed to streamline operations, improve compliance and help reduce IT costsReading, UK – 27 August, 2013 – Pegasystems Inc.

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Like sands through the hourglass, so is the 2014 Lexus GX

Well, that didn't take long. Just days after patent images leaked, Lexus has released pricing and images for its redesigned 2014 GX 460. Our first reaction is. wow, look at the front end on that. The updated luxury SUV features what Lexus calls "a new interpretation" of its now-trademark Spindle grille. The oversized hourglass shape is certainly unique, and whether for good or bad, it's sure to make the GX stand out.

The redesigned GX is set to hit dealerships in September and it starts at $49,085 – nearly $5,000 less than the 2013 model. Along with the new grille, it comes with standard LED headlights and daytime running lights.

Autoblog , Like sands through the hourglass, so is the 2014 Lexus GX, Like sands through the hourglass, so is the 2014 Lexus GX

Google invests $250M in Uber ride-share service

The number of people who haven't yet heard of the transportation/technology startup Uber is shrinking by the minute. Uber produces a mobile application that is used to connect passengers with drivers of vehicles for hire, typically luxury vehicles – kind of a high-tech, high-zoot taxi calling service. Use of the app may be spreading gospel of Uber within urban centers, but the company is also generating tremendous buzz for sourcing massive investment, including a reported $250 million sourced from Google Ventures.

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Makerbot Digitizer - scan it and 3D print it, the future is here

Even though I don't own a 3D printer and I have never created a 3D model before, I know that I really want a Makerbot Digitizer. This has to be the coolest gadgets I've read about in a long time. Just place an object on the platform and the digitizer uses laser beams (Yes, frickin laser beams baby!) to scan the object to create a 3D CAD model. The Makerbot Digitizer has been designed to work seamlessly with MakerBot Replicator Desktop 3D Printers, but it outputs standard design files that can be used on the 3D printer of your choice. The best part is that you don't need any design or 3D modeling skills to use it.

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Soft Lamp Offers Soft Light With A New Twist

Ever wondered where the expression "soft light" comes from. Have you ever seen "hard light" before. I guess it has something more to do with "harsh" than "hard", of course. Well, soft lighting often involves nice and warm hues, and would always be nice to have if you want the right ambience to kick off a romantic dinner or tete-a-tete. Well, soft lighting also tends to come the form of lamps, but you ought to be extremely careful with these since they can be rather fragile, depending on the lamp's manufacturer, of course.

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Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer Retiring Within A Year

When most people think of Steve Ballmer, they probably think of Microsoft second, with the first image being a high-energetic employee who always gave his all during his speeches. Today, Microsoft has announced the legendary Steve Ballmer will be retiring from his CEO position within the year. The 12-month-long wait will be used as a way to find Ballmer's successor, which we hope is as energetic and lovable as he is. Ballmer announced his retiring in an open email to the Microsoft team, which he goes on to explain his decision and what the company should do as a whole to move forward after he's gone.

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Deal of the Day - 13″ Toshiba KIRAbook Core i5 Ultrabook with 256GB SSD and 1440p display

LogicBUY's Deal for Friday is the 13″ Toshiba KIRAbook Ultrabook (model PSU7FU-00Y00M)  for $1,299.99.  Features:. Intel Core i5-3337U Processor 1.8GHz – 2.7GHz8GB DDR3256GB SSD, card reader13″ PixelPure 2560 x 1440 ultra-high definition LCD, Intel HD graphicsBluetooth 4.0, 802.11n WiFi3 USB 3.0 ports, HDMIIntegrated HD webcamWindows 8 (64-bit).
$1599.99 – $300 savings = $1299.99 with free overnight shipping.

This deal expires August 26, 2013 or sooner.

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Fisker to be purchased by Germans for $25M?

American plug-in hybrid automaker Fisker Automotive has been through some tough times since losing its Department of Energy loan. More than 300 Karmas were destroyed by hurricane Sandy - and they weren't covered by the insurance company - its battery supplier filed for bankruptcy, and 75 percent of its employees were laid off in April. There have been more issues, but you get the point. Multiple potential buyers have tried to negotiate the purchase of Fisker to no avail, including former General Motors' former CEO Bob Lutz and several Chinese investors. Now German investment group Fritz Nols AG will give it a shot.

Autoblog , Fisker to be purchased by Germans for $25M?, Fisker to be purchased by Germans for $25M?

Gran Turismo 6 For The PS4 Might Evolve To Gran Turismo 7, According To Polyphony Boss

Earlier this year Gran Turismo 6 was announced much to the delight of fans around the world. Unfortunately the game was announced for the PlayStation 3, which was a little weird given that Sony had already unveiled the PlayStation 4 and many had presumed Gran Turismo 6 would arrive on the PS4. The semi-good news back then was that a PS4 version of the game was being planned, but speaking recently during gamescom 2013 in Germany, Polyphony Digital's CEO, Kazunori Yamauchi, revealed that by the time Gran Turismo 6 made its way onto the PS4, it could very well have evolved to Gran Turismo 7 by then.

Ubergizmo , Gran Turismo 6 For The PS4 Might Evolve To Gran Turismo 7, According To Polyphony Boss, Gran Turismo 6 For The PS4 Might Evolve To Gran Turismo 7, According To Polyphony Boss

New Windows Phone Ad Highlights The Lumia 1020's Camera Abilities

When it comes to advertising their products, Microsoft has never been shy in comparing themselves against the competition, highlighting some of the disadvantages and flaws of their competitors' products. Well a new advertisement has been released Microsoft where they basically show off the Nokia Lumia 1020's camera abilities. Of course the "enemies" of the ad are the iOS and Android users where they are busy fighting with each other trying to capture the best photo, and there are even a couple of people in the audiences using the iPad to snap photos which is something of a faux pas.

Ubergizmo , New Windows Phone Ad Highlights The Lumia 1020's Camera Abilities, New Windows Phone Ad Highlights The Lumia 1020's Camera Abilities

Computacenter to work with Biomni to test VMware vCloud Hybrid Service in EMEA

Early Access Programme allows Biomni to test ‘pop-up’ hybrid cloud and drive innovation  London, UK 23rd August 2013 – Computacenter, Europe’s preferred IT partner and Biomni, innovators in end-user-centric enterprise service catalogue fulfilment, today announce that Biomni is the first organisation in EMEA to be part of the US Early Access Programme for the new VMware vCloud hybrid service (vCHS).

Press Release Distribution , Computacenter to work with Biomni to test VMware vCloud Hybrid Service in EMEA, Computacenter to work with Biomni to test VMware vCloud Hybrid Service in EMEA

Watch these Australian Ford and Holden muscle cars duke it out

Australia's Motoring has put together a little video on two of the great performance vehicles available down under - the Holden VF Commodore HSV GTS and the Ford Falcon FPV GT R-Spec. And while both FPV and the Falcon might be on their way out, there's still plenty of time for a little head-to-head comparison between the two. The cars aren't all that well evenly matched, though. The Ford boasts a 5.0-liter, supercharged V8, which the Aussies measure out at 449 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque.

Autoblog , Watch these Australian Ford and Holden muscle cars duke it out, Watch these Australian Ford and Holden muscle cars duke it out